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Roger Capron Folk Art

French, 1922-2006

Roger Capron is best known for his geometrically complex, vibrantly colored tile-topped coffee tables. These mid-century furnishings, with their comely palettes and playful arrangements of abstract forms or natural-world motifs, are approachable yet sophisticated. They draw on Scandinavian modernism and exemplify the Parisian ceramist’s belief in ensuring that things of beauty are easily and widely accessible, a principle espoused by French decorative artist and designer René Gabriel.

Capron graduated in 1943 from the School of Applied Arts in Paris. In a small atelier he later founded with Robert Picault and Jean Derval in Vallauris, Capron made alluring sculptures, table lamps and other objects and found inspiration in the work of Pablo Picasso, who had also opened an atelier in the region. He parted ways with his fellow ceramists in 1952 in order to open his own manufactory, Atelier Capron.

Initially staffed by a handful of workers, Atelier Capron captured international attention. His pieces were sold in stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue and Gimbels. Later, Capron’s wife, Jacotte, studied art and became a valued collaborator. Owing in part to her expertise in mixing pigments and glazes, Capron’s best-known ceramics feature dazzling colors and whimsical characters. Like Picasso, he experimented with many artistic styles and never settled on one technique for too long. His coffee tables, side tables and decorative objects are among the most enduring and coveted designs of the mid-century modern era.

While Capron’s factory had grown tenfold by 1980, it shut down a few years later after a slew of competitors began mass-producing cheaper imitations.

Capron won an award at the Milan Triennial in 1954 and International Grand Prize for Ceramics in 1970. His works have been displayed in the Musée National de la Céramique and the Musée Magnelli.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Roger Capron ceramics, tables and other decorative objects and furniture.

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Creator: Roger Capron
Ceramic vide-poche by Roger Capron, France, 1970's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Vide-poche by Roger Capron, black ceramic, signed
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1970s French Modern Vintage Roger Capron Folk Art

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Ceramic

Ceramic plate by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Ceramic plate by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, signed
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1960s French Modern Vintage Roger Capron Folk Art

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Ceramic

Ceramic vide-poche by Roger Capron, France, 1970's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Vide-poche by Roger Capron, black ceramic, signed
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1970s French Modern Vintage Roger Capron Folk Art

Materials

Ceramic

Roger Capron, Decorative Panel in Lead, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Cut, engraved and gilt panel in lead representing a armed horserider. His armour is highlighted with gilt lines. The ground is also gilt as weel as one flower which come off the styl...
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1960s French Vintage Roger Capron Folk Art

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Metal

"Roger Capron" Tile Set, Fresco., Vallauris, circa 1960
By Roger Capron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Roger Capron" tile set, Vallauris. Measures: 30x60 fresco. 8 Tiles of 15x15cm. In a perfect state. Beautiful thickness almost 1 cm.
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Roger Capron Folk Art

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Ceramic

Rare and Original Ceramic Bottle, Signed and Located in Vallauris, circa 1950/19
By Roger Capron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rare and original ceramic bottle, signed and located in Vallauris, circa 1950/1960.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Roger Capron Folk Art

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Ceramic

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Roger Capron folk art for sale on 1stDibs.

Roger Capron folk art are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Roger Capron folk art, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original folk art by Roger Capron were created in the mid-century modern style in france during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider folk art by Pablo Picasso, Dominique Pouchain, and Louis Vuitton. Prices for Roger Capron folk art can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,797 and can go as high as $20,364, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,797.

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